- Present:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick; Commissioner Arnold Gaines; Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr.; Mayor Linda Hudson
- Staff Present:
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- City Manager Richard Chess
- City Attorney Sara Hedges
- City Clerk Linda Cox
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve the minutes from the December 15, 2025 regular meeting.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to delete item 11I and approve the agenda as amended.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
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Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve the Consent Agenda excluding items 11F, 11K, and 11P.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve agenda item 11F and to clarify the services covered by the agreement between the City of Fort Pierce and the Economic Development Council of St. Lucie County Inc.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve agenda item 11K.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve agenda item 11P.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
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AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE ONE (1) PARCEL AT OR NEAR 906 SKYLARK DRIVE, AND SHOWN ON EXHIBIT A; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO ASSESS SAID PROPERTY AND PLACE IT ON THE CITY TAX ROLLS AS OF JANUARY 1, 2026; DIRECTING THE ST. LUCIE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR TO COLLECT TAXES ON THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PROPERTY; ESTABLISHING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (R-4); ESTABLISHING THE LAND USE DESIGNATION OF MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (RM); DIRECTING FILING OF THE ORDINANCE WITH THE CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY; DIRECTING REVISION OF THE CHARTER BOUNDARY ARTICLE TO BE FILED WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC RESEARCH; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing. Seeing no movement, she returned to the Commission for a motion.
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve item 12A.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE II – REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, SEC. 8-19 – ESTABLISHMENT; PURPOSE, AS FOLLOWS: AMENDING SECTION 8-19 TO EXTEND THE EXPIRATION DATE OF THE FORT PIERCE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (FPRA) TO DECEMBER 8, 2042 AS AUTHORIZED UNDER SECTION 163.3755, FLORIDA STATUTES; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mayor Hudson opened the Public Hearing. Seeing no movement, she returned to the Commission for a motion.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Arnold Gaines to approve item 12B.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
Motion was made by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to appoint Commissioner Arnold Gaines as Mayor Pro Tem.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE MAYOR'S REAPPOINTMENT OF BRANDON NOBILE AS A COMMISSIONER OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Clerk Linda Cox suggested to provide the contact information for the Board members of the Fort Pierce Housing Authority.
Motion was made by Commissioner Michael Broderick, seconded by Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. to approve item 13B.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, CERTIFYING THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE PARKS ADVISORY COMMITTEE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnold Gaines, seconded by Commissioner Michael Broderick to approve item 13C.
- AYE:
- Commissioner Michael Broderick, Commissioner Arnold Gaines, Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr., Mayor Linda Hudson
Passed
Any person who wishes to comment on any subject may be heard at this time. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less, as directed by the Mayor, as this section of the Agenda is limited to thirty minutes. The City Commission will not be able to take any official actions under Comments from the Public. Speakers will address the Mayor, Commissioners, and the Public with respect. Inappropriate language will not be tolerated.
Jamerick Morrell
City Clerk Linda Cox reminded everyone that Early Voting is currently going on until Saturday, January 10, 2026, and the Special Election is to take place Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Ms. Cox reminded the Commission that the FPUA Water Reclamation Facility Ribbon Cutting is Friday, January 9, 2026.
Commissioner Michael Broderick thanked the Commission for all showing up to the Annual Rufus Alexander Memorial Toy Drive Event as it was a nice representation of the Board. Commissioner Broderick was thankful that New Year's Eve was a calm and collected night and wishes that the rest of the year will also follow precedent.
Commissioner Curtis Johnson, Jr. thanked and expressed appreciation for the staff who worked through the holidays. Commissioner Johnson also thanked the City Manager and his team and other supporting staff for working on the new Chief of Police’s contract approval. Commissioner Johnson is looking forward to the continued participation in the Martin Luther King activities and engaging with the Community.
Mayor Linda Hudson touched on the Public Comment regarding the Mayor and Commissioner Johnson’s travel to Tallahassee and informed that the reason for going to the conference is to advocate for the city at a state level. Mayor Hudson shared that the FPUA Water Reclamation Facility Ribbon Cutting taking place Friday, January 9, 2026, is at 10:30 a.m. out West. Mayor Hudson also reminded that the Historic Fest is taking place Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the History Center.
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